English · Boy name
Spencer
“steward or dispenser of provisions”
About the name Spencer
The name Spencer originates from the Old French word ‘despenser’, meaning ‘to dispense’. It was originally a surname for stewards or provisioners in medieval England. Notably, Spencer is associated with the Spencer family, which includes Diana, Princess of Wales, who was born into the Spencer family.
- Meaning
- steward or dispenser of provisions
- Origin
- English
- Gender
- Boy
- Pronunciation
- SPEN-ser(2 syl.)
Middle names for Spencer
- Spencer James
- Spencer Alexander
- Spencer Michael
- Spencer Thomas
- Spencer William
Questions about Spencer
- What does Spencer mean?
- Spencer is an English name meaning "steward or dispenser of provisions".
- How do you pronounce Spencer?
- Spencer is pronounced SPEN-ser, with emphasis on the first syllable.
- What are variants of Spencer?
- Variants of Spencer include Spence.
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